How to grow Water Avens

Geum rivale

Partial Sun
OR
Dappled Sun
Medium

They are adaptable plants that do well in most conditions enjoying a degree of shade and moisture.
They do best in rich soil.
Established clumps can be divided in autumn.

Growing Water avens from seed

Geum seeds germinate easily, but do not always come true to the parent plant as it is quick to hybridise.
Keep moist as gemination may take up to a month

Soil temperature should be kept higher than 10°C / 50°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Water avens

Seedling geums quickly grow to flowering size and can be planted out in their permanent position in late summer or early autumn, ready for flowering early the following season

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Water avens is a hardy plant.

Seed Saving Water avens

Seeds from gems can be collected after flowering but seeds do not usually come true to the parent plant.
Wait until the flower fades and the stalk turns brown and becomes dry. Collect into a paper bag and store in a cool dry place

How long does Water avens take to grow?

These estimates for how long Water avens takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

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Water avens Folklore & Trivia

Gems easily hybridise, and it is difficult to keep a variety true

Other names for Water avens

Avens

Geum rivale L.